from Indonesia (SKU 5737)
This small bamboo rainstick from Indonesia creates a soothing sound like falling rain. Handmade in Bali using a hollow bamboo tube, it features burnt patterning, colourful dot painting inspired by Indigenous art, and woven rattan ends. Originally used by the Aztecs in rain rituals, the rainstick is both a musical instrument and a cultural piece. Bamboo symbolises resilience and growth, while the dot work adds artistic and symbolic detail. A small black cord makes it easy to handle or hang. More information below.
Dimensions: 30 x 4 x 4 cm. Cord length: 1,5 cm.
Small Bamboo Rainstick
Rainsticks are believed to have originated with the Aztecs, who used them in rituals to call for rain and thunderstorms, invoking nature’s power and seeking harmony with the elements. Bamboo, the core material, is deeply valued for its strength, sustainability, and spiritual symbolism. It is often associated with resilience, flexibility, and growth in many cultures. The dot painting, though popular in various folk arts today, draws inspiration from Indigenous Australian art, where each dot held symbolic meaning and formed part of sacred storytelling traditions.
Compact yet full of character, this rainstick is both a musical instrument and a cultural object, ideal for meditation, musical exploration, or as a unique decorative piece.
Dimensions: 30 x 4 x 4 cm. Cord length: 1,5 cm.
